BY BRANDON HUGHES FOR THE OBSERVER

OPINION — After a string of losses defined by offensive struggles, the Auburn Tigers (4-4, 1-4 SEC) finally broke through Saturday, defeating Arkansas (2-6, 0-4) 33–24 — not with offensive fireworks, but with defensive grit. The Tigers’ defense carried the day, sealing Auburn’s first conference win of the season and showing the resolve that the offense has too often lacked. Auburn opened strong, stopping Arkansas on fourth down and marching 67 yards in nine plays, capped by a highlight-reel touchdown catch from Cam Coleman. It was Auburn’s first passing touchdown since Week 4 against Oklahoma — and its only offensive touchdown of the game. Kicker Alex McPherson handled the rest, going a perfect six-for-six on field goals — a career day for the sophomore.

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